This online course briefly introduces the Buddhist-informed origins and foundations of Contemplative Creative Therapy (CCT).

 

It explores the intersection of contemplative practices (including meditation and mindfulness), creative therapies, and psychology. The foundations of Buddhist psychology, contemplative creative science, and meditation-based interventions will be examined, focusing on their application in therapeutic settings.

 

Students will gain an understanding of the origins, theoretical frameworks, and practices associated with these fields and how they contribute to CCT. ​​

Participants of this course will:

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• The origins and emergence of Dharma, Dharma arts, and Buddhist Psychology as embodied mind training in India.

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• The impact of colonialism and anti-colonialism on modern Buddhism, Buddhist psychology and its integration in Europe and North America.​​

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• Discover the foundations of contemplative creative psychotherapy (CCT) as a Buddhist-informed secular approach and intervention in clinical settings.​​

Course Includes

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• Live five-day modules on ZOOM.

• Ten hours of education and practice. 

• Course reading list and resources. 

• Letter of completion (if needed). 

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* AUDIENCE

Suitable for counsellors, psychotherapists and mindfulness practitioners with a background/practice in counselling/psychotherapy. No artistic or meditation experience is needed to attend this course.​​​​​​​